Project fact sheet with access-by-foot and access-by-boat details for Cala Calella.
Cala Calella is an easy Montgrí boat dive near l'Estartit.
Cala Calella is an easy Montgrí boat dive near l'Estartit.
Cala Calella is a Montgrí coast boat dive near l'Estartit, inside the protected Medes Islands and Baix Ter area. The route starts on a rocky coastline, runs through vertical wall sections and shallow tunnels, and then softens into a sandy finish. It suits relaxed guided scuba dives with clear water and rich coraligenous life, but boat logistics, current on windier days, and the rocky side of the cove reward calm-day planning.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
Rocky wall sections lead down to a sandy finish.
Typical Conditions
Easy-to-moderate boat dive with a rocky start, wall and tunnel sections, and a sandy finish; current and surface state vary with conditions.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Watch boat traffic, stay comfortable in the tunnel sections, and check the sea state before committing to the cove.
Legal Notes
The site sits inside the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park, so protected-area and buoy rules apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The scuba route follows a rocky wall and tunnel profile before settling onto sand, so it works well as a relaxed guided dive.
Snorkeling
The rocky cove can also work for calm-day snorkeling from shore, with fish, seaweed, rocks, and crevices.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Project fact sheet with access-by-foot and access-by-boat details for Cala Calella.
Official championship rules PDF describing the Montgrí / Medes area and Cala Calella habitat.
Dive directory listing with access, visibility, current, and life details.
Community snorkeling report with shore-entry and shallows notes.
Eco-guided dive route page with access, depth, and dive-type details.
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